John Hickenlooper (D-CO)· Aug 6, 2026
S.Amdt. 6751: In the nature of a substitute.
Adopted
With no one objecting, no names recorded
A Democratic bill with 3 Republican cosponsors · See all 9 cosponsors
Last activity — Held at the desk.
Passed one chamber, waiting for the other to take it up
Passed one chamber, and the other has not yet sent it to a committee or put it on its calendar.
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- Passed Senate voice vote
- Awaiting House
The Senate by voice vote (members called out yes or no together): no senator's position on it was recorded.
What this bill would do
The DeOndra Dixon INCLUDE Project Act of 2026 aims to amend the Public Health Service Act. It authorizes the Secretary of Health and Human Services to establish a specific program directed by the NIH. This program, known as the INCLUDE Project, focuses on research, training, and investigation related to Down syndrome. The initiative includes studying the effects of trisomy 21 and co-occurring conditions across the lifespan. It also emphasizes expanding clinical trials and improving quality of life for individuals and their families. Finally, the Act requires biennial reports to be submitted to specific Congressional committees.
Yes· 3 of 11
- Scored +9
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?
The bill provides significant benefits through research and clinical trial expansion for individuals with Down syndrome.
- Scored +8
Does this put more money into medical research?
The act authorizes specific NIH research and training related to Down syndrome and co-occurring conditions.
- Scored +8
Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities?
The bill promotes the needs of people with Down syndrome through specialized research and stakeholder consultation.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Research on human development and health: The program includes high-risk, high-reward research on how trisomy 21 affects development, which could lead to better health outcomes (Section 2(b)(1)).
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Improved understanding of co-occurring conditions: Through cohort studies, the program seeks to better understand Down syndrome alongside other conditions and develop new interventions (Section 2(b)(2)).
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Expanded clinical trial access: The bill expands the number of clinical trials for participants with Down syndrome, including those testing new biomedical and pharmacological therapies to enhance daily living (Section 2(b)(3)).
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Better diagnosis and treatment: Research into biological mechanisms and biomarkers aims to improve how conditions co-occurring with Down syndrome are diagnosed and treated (Section 2(b)(4) and Section 2(b)(5)).
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Focus on specific health risks: The program targets research into the causes and treatments of increased prevalence of conditions like Alzheimer's disease, related dementias, and autoimmunity (Section 2(b)(6)).
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Improved quality of life: The initiative includes investigation specifically aimed at improving the quality of life for individuals with Down syndrome and their families (Section 2(b)(7)).
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Stakeholder inclusion: The Director of NIH is directed to consult with relevant stakeholders and patient advocates to ensure the needs of individuals with Down syndrome are considered (Section 2(d)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are identified within the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — The bill provides significant benefits through research and clinical trial expansion for individuals with Down syndrome. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — The focus on Alzheimer's and related dementias provides significant benefits for seniors with Down syndrome. Would retired people be better off under this? — Research into dementias provides specific benefits for the aging population. Would children be better off under this? — Research on human development and life-long conditions will benefit children with Down syndrome. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — The research includes investigation into co-occurring conditions that may present later in life. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Life-span research benefits young adults living with Down syndrome.
- Healthcare
- Does this put more money into medical research? — The act authorizes specific NIH research and training related to Down syndrome and co-occurring conditions. Does this make health care easier to get in general? — The bill enhances healthcare through dedicated research and expanded clinical trials for individuals with Down syndrome.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities? — The bill promotes the needs of people with Down syndrome through specialized research and stakeholder consultation.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more money into scientific research? — The bill specifically funds NIH research into Down syndrome development and health.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill mandates biennial reports to Congress to provide transparency on the research conducted.
- 8/10/2026
- Message on Senate action sent to the House.
- Held at the desk.
- Received in the House.
- 8/6/2026
- Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions discharged by Unanimous Consent.
- Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S4495-4498)
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote. (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR S4495-4496)
- Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote. (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR S4495-4496)
- 8/4/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 10/8/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 9/16/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 7/28/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/21/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
3 bills Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
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Cory BookerDemocrat · New Jersey
Shelley CapitoRepublican · West Virginia
Christopher CoonsDemocrat · Delaware
Jerry MoranRepublican · Kansas
Markwayne MullinRepublican · Oklahoma
Jon OssoffDemocrat · Georgia
Alex PadillaDemocrat · California
Chris Van HollenDemocrat · Maryland